According to Tuttosport, Juventus intend to try and sign Bernardo Silva on a free transfer when his contract at Manchester City expires at the end of the season.

The Bianconeri are looking for ways to strengthen their attacking midfield section of the squad, and at this stage they’re contemplating high-quality players for whose services they wouldn’t have to pay a fee; experienced, proven players who would bring plenty of technical quality on the pitch. This description perfectly fits Silva, who was mentioned among the possible departures from City ahead of and during every transfer window in the last couple of years.

Juventus, however, may yet face competition from Barcelona for the services of the 31-year-old Portugal international, and it has been said that Benfica already have a ready proposal to bring him back to his homeland.

Other Italian clubs, namely Napoli and AC Milan, have done similar transfers this summer, signing Kevin De Bruyne and Luka Modric, respectively.